Tag: earthquake

After deadly tremors a decade ago, Kumamoto built earthquake-resistant buildings and even trained locals in search and rescue. ( read original story ...)

Claims of ‘man-made earthquake’ take over Japanese internet after Kumamoto disaster kills 38 - Social media posts claim tremor came from an explosion or deny that it happened at all ... ( read original story ...)

India, Aug. 5 -- The cabinet of Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi approved the allocation of 24.2 billion yen (~$153 million USD) from the fiscal 2026 general reserve for recovery and relief efforts in the Kumamoto prefecture in Kyushu Island, ( read original story ...)

The powerful earthquake that struck Japan's southern island of Kyushu has disrupted a number of manufacturing operations in the region, including production of vehicles and components at the country's ... ( read original story ...)

Nearly 20% of global earthquakes measuring 6.0 or higher occur in Japan. Since 2011, when a 9.0-magnitude earthquake and tsunami triggered meltdowns at three reactors at the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant, Japan has significantly strengthened its earthquake warning systems and evacuation protocols. ( read original story ...)

Volunteers from northeastern Japan have brought relief supplies and prepared a warm meal for people sheltering in Yatsushiro City following Tuesday's powerful quake in Kumamoto Prefecture. It was to show gratitude for help provided in the wake of the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake. ( read original story ...)

The quake caused widespread damage to houses and power lines across Kumamoto prefecture The number of people who have died after a powerful earthquake hit southwestern Japan has risen to 34, ... ( read original story ...)

The Kumamoto prefectural government said the powerful earthquake that hit southwestern Japan earlier this week has now killed at least 25 people, although the true death toll was likely higher. ( read original story ...)

The powerful earthquake that rocked southern Japan has killed at least 18 people and more remain missing in a damaged shopping mall and a paper factory. ( read original story ...)

The earthquake struck the afternoon of July 28, toppling homes and roads and prompting an explosion in a shopping mall. ( read original story ...)

A powerful 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck Japan’s southern Kumamoto prefecture on Tuesday morning, causing damage to buildings and numerous injuries and deaths. ( read original story ...)

Rescue operations are ongoing following the 6.8-magnitude quake, as survivors wrestle with the shock. ( read original story ...)

Thirteen people are confirmed to have died in an earthquake that struck south-west Japan, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has said Rescue efforts are underway at a shopping mall in Kumamoto, where many ... ( read original story ...)

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said 13 people have been found dead after a powerful quake shook part of southwestern Japan and rescue work was continuing Wednesday morning for the missing. A ... ( read original story ...)

Multiple people are trapped in a collapsed mall after a strong earthquake struck southern Japan, according to fire officials. With a magnitude of 7.1 and depth of 10 ... ( read original story ...)

Ask a seismologist which place handles earthquakes better, and you will likely get a pause before an answer. Both California and Japan sit atop some of the most active fault systems on the planet, yet ... ( read original story ...)